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Elekta, officially known as Elekta AB, is a leading provider of advanced solutions in the health and social work services industry, specialising in cancer care and neurosurgery. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the company operates globally, serving healthcare providers across Europe, North America, and other regions. Founded in 1972, Elekta has established a strong reputation for innovation in radiotherapy, radiosurgery, and brachytherapy, with its products recognised for precision and reliability.
The company's core offerings include sophisticated treatment planning systems, linear accelerators, and specialised software designed to optimise patient outcomes. Elekta’s commitment to technological advancement has positioned it as a key player in the medical device sector, with notable achievements in improving cancer treatment efficacy. Its focus on research and development continues to drive growth and maintain its market leadership in the health and social work services industry.
77
DitchCarbon score
+55 vs industry average
Elekta’s score of 77 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Medium
Health Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.263
20182025
The Health Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 23% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Elekta's reported carbon emissions
Elekta, headquartered in Sweden, reported total emissions of approximately 490.94 million kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 5.01 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3.18 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 482.75 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, the company's total emissions were around 541.54 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 6.14 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at 3.76 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 531.64 million kg CO2e. This marks a reduction from 2024 to 2025.
Elekta is committed to science-based targets. These include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by FY2031 from a FY2021 base year. The company also aims to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 61% in FY2021 to 100% by FY2030. Furthermore, Elekta commits to reduce Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions from the use of sold products and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 55% per radiotherapy cancer treatment course by FY2031 from a FY2021 base year. By FY2026, 45% of its suppliers by emissions, covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, are expected to have science-based targets.
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Elekta’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2031
55% reduction in scope 3 total
Elekta AB commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emission 46.2% by FY2031 from a FY2021 base year.* Elekta AB also commits to increase…
At risk55%
2031
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
At risk46.2%
2031
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Elekta AB commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emission 46.2% by FY2031 from a FY2021 base year.* Elekta AB also commits to increase…
At risk46.2%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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